The Elwha’s Living Laboratory: Lessons From the World’s Largest Dam-removal Project

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Title
The Elwha’s Living Laboratory: Lessons From the World’s Largest Dam-removal Project
Description
This article explains how the removal of two dams from the Elwha River is an example of a successful restoration project. The dams devastated salmon populations and local communities, and the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and conservation groups advocated for their removal. Since their removal in 2011 and 2014, the keystone species has been returning, and research shows improved biodiversity and environmental health.
Creator
Tara Lohan
Publisher
The Revelator
uri
https://therevelator.org/elwha-dam-removal/
Is Part Of
See all items with this valueThe State of the Salish Sea
Date
10/1/2018
Item sets
Salish Resources